Develop and make publicly available a comprehensive checklist of all required pre-establishment No Objection Certificates (NOCs), licenses, registrations and other mandatory State approvals required for setting up of a business

Develop and make publicly available a comprehensive checklist of all required pre-operation No Objection Certificates (NOCs), licenses, registrations and other mandatory State approvals required for starting business operations

Design and implement an online system where an investor can key in specific details (such as type of industry, number of employees, location etc.) and obtain information regarding all State approvals applicable to establishing her/his business/industrial unit

Design and implement an online system where an investor can key in specific details (such as type of industry, number of employees, location etc.) and obtain information regarding all State approvals applicable to starting operations of her/his business/industrial unit

The memorandum certifying the use of a single ID for all State taxes including VAT/CST/Entry tax/PT/Luxury/Entertainment tax has been appended in the document along with screenshots justifying the same. The sample registration number used for verification of single id is 19200778006.

Ensure that the time-bound service delivery legislation defines punitive provisions that deter officials from not complying with the defined timelines for services being provided to Industries/ Businesses

The State Government of West Bengal has already issued a notification No: 297-CI/O/IP/IND/50-ED (KS), dated 24/06/2016, whereby the required decision-making powers to the single window body/ bureau to grant all required approvals/ clearances has already been delegated. The list of delegated officials has also been given herewith.

The Govt. notification for mandating the CAF, A filled up Common Application Form (CAF) for all required clearances/approvals in the single window along with the list of departmental clearances (all the departments) have been provided in the uploaded file.

Ensure 'Consent to establish (under Water Act & Air Act)’ is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online application, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

Consent to Establish (under Water Act & Air Act) is provided as a service through the Online Single Window Clearance System (OSWiCS). The detailed step-by-step procedure for application has been provided in the uploaded file.

Ensure 'Consent to operate (under Water Act & Air Act)’ is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online application, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

Consent to Operate (under Water Act & Air Act) is provided as a service through the Online Single Window Clearance System (OSWiCS). The detailed step-by-step procedure for application has been provided in the uploaded file.

Incentives under Industrial Policy is provided as a service through the Online Single Window Clearance System (OSWiCS). The detailed step-by-step procedure for application has been provided in the uploaded file.

Ensure 'Factories license’ is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online application, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

Ensure ‘Factory building plan approval’ (under the Factories Act, 1948) is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online application, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

Ensure ‘Change of land use’ is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online application, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

Change of land use is provided as a service through the Online Single Window Clearance System for Large Scale Industries (OSWiCS). The detailed step-by-step procedure for application has been provided in the uploaded file.

Ensure ‘NOC from Fire Department’ is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online application, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

NOC from Fire Department is provided as a service through the Online Single Window Clearance System (OSWiCS). The detailed step-by-step procedure for application has been provided in the uploaded file.

Ensure renewal of 'Consent to operate (under Water Act & Air Act)’ is provided as a service through the online single window system in a manner that allows online filing, payments, tracking of status, approvals and issuance of the certificate(s)

Obtaining new water connection is provided as a service through the Online Single Window Clearance System for Large Scale Industries (OSWiCS). The detailed step-by-step procedure for application has been provided in the uploaded file.

All industrial land parcels have been earmarked and classified on the basis of Type of Industries and Pollution Levels; list is available in the section - Availability of Land/Modules, on the website of WBIDC.

A GIS system has been implemented by WBIDC that provides details about the land allotted for industrial use including details of the available infrastructure, road, electricity, water bodies, gas connection etc. Details provided in the uploaded file.

Applicant can download the final copy of the e-Challan or e-Stamp online after payment, sitting in his own premises. He does not need to physically visit the bank or the SRO office to collect the same. Details in uploaded file.

Design and implement a system at all ULBs and IDC that allows building permit issuing agencies to assess building plans for compliance with building codes/building bye-laws using AutoCAD (or similar) software

The reform is applicable to all Municipal Corporations, ULBs and Ind. Dev. Corporation in the State. Please check the uploaded document for details.
Note: Please note that in order to open the URL provided in the uploaded document , please copy and paste the given link in the web browser.

The reform is applicable to all Municipal Corporations, ULBs and Ind. Dev. Corporation in the State. Please check the uploaded document for details.
Note: Please note that in order to open the URL provided in the uploaded document, please copy and paste the given link in the web browser.

The reform is applicable to all Municipal Corporations, ULBs and Ind. Dev. Corporation in the State. Please check the uploaded document for details.
Note: Please note that in order to open the URL provided in the uploaded document , please copy and paste the given link in the web browser.

Url for the detailed procedure for obtaining NOC for felling of trees
http://westbengalforest.gov.in/downloads-forms/D.%20Procedure%20for%20Processing%20Application.pdf
Url for the checklist for obtaining NOC for felling of trees
http://westbengalforest.gov.in/downloads-forms/E.%20Checklist%20of%20Attachments%20&%20Mode%20of%20Payment.pdf

Users can get all detail of Fire Safety Certificates issued in a particular month by visiting the page http://www.wbfes.gov.in/home/fsc_cases_month_wise. Users can then look for a particular FSC by searching in the page by Beneficiary name or address.

A detailed step-by-step process flow (in form of screenshots) for online application, document submission, payment, status tracking and backend processing has been provided in the uploaded file for application for Consent to Establish under Air and Water Acts.
URL for online application for consent to establish-
http://emis.wbpcb.gov.in/emis/citizen/noc/emis040101prev.do

Step by step procedure for third party verification (CTO, CTE and Hazardous waste rules) along with sample data (in the drop-down menu) is provided. To be noted that in West Bengal CTO (and CTE) for Water and Air are the same.

A detailed step-by-step process flow (in form of screenshots) for online application, document submission, payment, status tracking and backend processing has been provided in the uploaded file for application for Consent to Establish under Air and Water Acts.
URL for online application for consent to establish-
http://emis.wbpcb.gov.in/emis/citizen/noc/emis040101prev.do

Step by step procedure for third party verification (CTO, CTE and Hazardous waste rules) along with sample data (in the drop-down menu) is provided. To be noted that in West Bengal CTO (and CTE) for Water and Air are the same.

The process flow for application under Hazardous waste rules along with the comprehensive list of documents required has been depicted in the URL: http://www.wbpcb.gov.in/writereaddata/files/Hazardous%20Waste%20Authorisation%20Application%20Form%20Fill-pdf.pdf
The entire process related details along with the application fees can also be found under the URL: http://www.wbpcb.gov.in/pages/display/47-hazardous-waste-authorisation

A detailed step-by-step process flow (in form of screenshots) for online application, document submission, payment, status tracking and backend processing has been provided in the uploaded file for Authorization Under Hazardous Waste Rules.

Step by step procedure for third party verification (CTO, CTE and Hazardous waste rules) along with sample data (in the drop-down menu) is provided. To be noted that in West Bengal CTO (and CTE) for Water and Air are the same.

A detailed step-by-step process flow (in form of screenshots) for online application, document submission, payment, status tracking and backend processing has been provided in the uploaded file for application for Consent to Operate under Air and Water Acts.

Step by step procedure for third party verification (CTO, CTE and Hazardous waste rules) along with sample data (in the drop-down menu) is provided. To be noted that in West Bengal CTO (and CTE) for Water and Air are the same.

A detailed step-by-step process flow (in form of screenshots) for online application, document submission, payment, status tracking and backend processing has been provided in the uploaded file for application for Consent to Operate under Air and Water Acts.

Step by step procedure for third party verification (CTO, CTE and Hazardous waste rules) along with sample data (in the drop-down menu) is provided. To be noted that in West Bengal CTO (and CTE) for Water and Air are the same.

The step-by-step process for online application, payment, tracking and monitoring has been provided in form of screenshots. A notification from the Directorate of Factories certifying that the entire process of application does not require any physical touch point can be found in URL given below- http://www.wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/eodb/guideline_notification_15032016.pdf
Also see user manual- http://www.wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/user_manual/factory_new_registration.pdf

The step-by-step process for online application, payment, tracking and monitoring has been provided in form of screenshots. A notification from the Directorate of Factories certifying that the entire process of application does not require any physical touch point can be found in URL given below- http://www.wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/eodb/guideline_notification_15032016.pdf
Also see user manual- http://www.wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/user_manual/factory_plan_approval.pdf

Please refer to Page 4 of the user manual, the the procedure clearly states that the applicant doesnt need to submit the documents manually. Scanned copies would suffice, however, IN CASE he doesnt want to scan and upload bulky documents, he has the option of submitting the physical copies. The system is devoid of the need for physical touch points. https://wbboilers.gov.in/sites/default/files/User-Manual-Registration-of-Boilers.pdf

Also see webpages- http://www.wblc.gov.in/sites/default/files/contentpdf/1455101069General%20checklist%20for%20registration,%20renewal,%20amendment%20and%20grant%20of%20license%20under%20different%20labour%20laws%20administered%20by%20labour%20commissionerate..pdf, http://www.wblc.gov.in/apply-online-e-services

Also see webpages-
http://www.wblc.gov.in/sites/default/files/contentpdf/1455100126check%20list%20shops.pdf, http://wbshopsonline.in/home/checklist, http://wbshopsonline.in/home/guideline, https://edistrict.wb.gov.in/PACE/login.do
In the last webpage here, user have to log in and select the service

Also see webpage- http://www.wblc.gov.in/sites/default/files/contentpdf/1455099034Standard%20operating%20procedure%20for%20registration%20under%20Contract%20Labour%20(R%20&%20A)%20Act.pdf
http://www.wblc.gov.in/apply-online-e-services
http://www.wblc.gov.in/contract-labour-registration
Any applicant can see the process flow and user guide line after logging into the system with his own log in credentials

The step-by-step process for online application, payment, tracking and monitoring has been provided in form of screenshots.
A notification from the Directorate of Factories certifying that the entire process of application does not require any physical touch point can be found in URL given below- http://www.wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/eodb/guideline_notification_15032016.pdf
User Manual for renewal-
http://www.wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/user_manual/factory_renewal.pdf

Please refer to Page 4 of the user manual, the the procedure clearly states that the applicant doesnt need to submit the documents manually. Scanned copies would suffice, however, IN CASE he doesnt want to scan and upload bulky documents, he has the option of submitting the physical copies. The system is devoid of the need for physical touch points. https://wbboilers.gov.in/sites/default/files/User-Manual-Renewal-of-Boilers.pdf

The URL provided, directs to landing page of WBSEDCL that contains the following embedded links, providing online information of effective tariffs:
http://www.wbsedcl.in/irj/go/km/docs/internet/webpage/NewConn_Logon_Industrial.html
http://www.wbsedcl.in/irj/go/km/docs/internet/webpage/Tariff_Notification.html
Uploaded document explains how online information on effective tariff is retrieved and process through which customers are notified of change in tariff ahead of billing cycle.

As requested in the clarification, evidence from all the discoms in the state , conforming action point 184 i.e. Allow third parties to easily verify approval certificates in the public domain has been shared. Please check the uploaded document for details

Url for homepage of WBSEDCL (distribution company) is attached. This contains the link for online application for electricity connection. For detailed steps relating to online application and approval, please refer to the attached PDF file.

Procedure to apply to discom and list document to submit along with the application, as sought in clarification, has been addressed in the uploaded evidence. The implementation of this point has been depicted in the uploaded evidence.

Item 188-Power connection-15 days mandate for power connection
Remarks for DIPP website
Providing power connection within 15 days is mandated vide CMD circular, Memo number CMD/09/284-i, dated 31/03/15.
This mandate is in line with the Rajya Sabha 122nd report EODB Presented to the Rajya Sabha on 21st Dec 2015 and laid on table of Lok Sabha on 21st Dec 2015. Please refer to section 6.1 of the attached Rajya Sabha report.
Attachments provided:
-CMD circular
-Rajya Sabha report

According to sub-regulation (2) of the CEA Regulation, 2010 and amendment regulation, 2015 dated 13.04.2015,
the Central Government has specified the notified voltage as 11 KV for the purpose of self-certification vide
the Gazette notification dated 16th May 2016.
Power & NES Dept.

The risk based audit is done using an internal system for which the screenshots of the backend scripts is given used for the audit according to risk parameters. The broad criteria for risk-based audit has also been given along with a specimen list of selected dealers.

Timeline for approval of application for both VAT and CST is ONE working day. Refer to the highlighted sections of uploaded document or alternatively refer to the URLs below:
For dealers without digital signature- http://wbcomtax.nic.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_02_2016.pdf
For dealers who have digital signature- http://wbcomtax.nic.in/Circulars/Trade%20Circular_10_2015.pdf

User manual for VAT and CST registration: http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/e-Services/User_Manual_for_e-Registration_20150826.pdf
The documents to be submitted in this process have to be uploaded directly in the application with authentication i.e. digital signature.

Timeline for approval of application for both VAT and CST is ONE working day. Refer to the highlighted sections of uploaded document or alternatively refer to the URLs below:
For dealers without digital signature- http://wbcomtax.nic.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_02_2016.pdf
For dealers who have digital signature- http://wbcomtax.nic.in/Circulars/Trade%20Circular_10_2015.pdf

User manual for VAT and CST registration: http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/e-Services/User_Manual_for_e-Registration_20150826.pdf
The documents to be submitted in this process have to be uploaded directly in the application with authentication i.e. digital signature.

Also see URL:
http://egov.wbcomtax.gov.in/PT_Registration/uploads/Registration_Guidelines.pdf
Remarks: Apart from PAN Card details, mobile number, email id, no other document/ field is needed to apply for Professional Tax Registration.

The attached rule (Rule 6A) empowers Commissioner to order mode of application and its disposal by the applicants. The actual order for setting the mode has been provided as per URL given at the end of the document. This mode has no human intervention and the time taken would be the time taken for filling up the application, making payment and submitting the application. This, in practice, comes to about 10 minutes approx. This has been further clarified in the guidelines signed by PIO.

In West Bengal if registration is granted under VAT, dealer is deemed to have been granted registration under Entry Tax Act. Separate registration procedure for Entry Tax has been abolished in Bengal. URL for Entry Tax rules: http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/Act_Rule_Schedule_Form/Entry_Tax_Rules_2012.pdf (Relevant sections highlighted in the uploaded file).

In West Bengal there is no separate requirement for Registration under Entry Tax. Separate registration for Entry tax is not applicable for West Bengal in case the user is registered for VAT. URL for Entry Tax rules has been given.
http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/Act_Rule_Schedule_Form/Entry_Tax_Rules_2012.pdf
Act-
http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/Act_Rule_Schedule_Form/Entry_Tax_Act_2012.pdf

In West Bengal if registration is granted under VAT, dealer is deemed to have been granted registration under Entry Tax Act. Separate registration procedure for Entry Tax has been abolished in Bengal. URL for Entry Tax rules: http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/Act_Rule_Schedule_Form/Entry_Tax_Rules_2012.pdf (Relevant sections highlighted in the uploaded file).

In West Bengal if registration is granted under VAT, dealer is deemed to have been granted registration under Entry Tax Act. Separate registration procedure for Entry Tax has been abolished in Bengal. URL for Entry Tax rules: http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/Act_Rule_Schedule_Form/Entry_Tax_Rules_2012.pdf (Relevant sections highlighted in the uploaded file).

In West Bengal if registration is granted under VAT, dealer is deemed to have been granted registration under Entry Tax Act. Separate registration procedure for Entry Tax has been abolished in Bengal. URL for Entry Tax rules: http://www.wbcomtax.nic.in/Act_Rule_Schedule_Form/Entry_Tax_Rules_2012.pdf (Relevant sections highlighted in the uploaded file).

The url for the FAQs section in the Agricultural Income Tax is provided in the url section
The url for the West Bengal Notification 856-FT dated 12th June 2015:
http://wbaitax.gov.in/NotificationCircular/Notification_No_856.pdf

URL provided for the FAQ section of the West Bengal Agricultural Income Tax Department
Also, please refer the West Bengal Notification No 855-FT for Luxury Tax
http://wbaitax.gov.in/NotificationCircular/Notification_No_855.pdf

Kindly refer to Government Notifications, URLs of which are given below:
https://www.wblc.gov.in/download/SYNCHRONIZED_INSPECTION_SYSTEM_of_multiple_Inspections_by_one_Inspector_Labour_Dept.pdf
http://wbfactoryonline.in/assets/contents/eodb/joint_inspection_factories.pdf

In West Bengal no pre-registration inspection is conducted for VAT registration. Refer to: http://www.wbcomtax.gov.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_11_2011.pdf (refer to Page 2, serial number c) and the letters issued from Directorate of Commercial Taxes that assert on no need for pre-registration inspection.

In West Bengal no pre-registration inspection is conducted for VAT registration. Refer to: http://www.wbcomtax.gov.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_11_2011.pdf (refer to Page 2, serial number c) and the letters issued from Directorate of Commercial Taxes that assert on no need for pre-registration inspection.

In West Bengal no pre-registration inspection is conducted for VAT registration. Refer to: http://www.wbcomtax.gov.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_11_2011.pdf (refer to Page 2, serial number c) and the letters issued from Directorate of Commercial Taxes that assert on no need for pre-registration inspection.

http://www.wbcomtax.gov.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_11_2011.pdf
Remarks: In West Bengal no pre-registration inspection is conducted for VAT registration. Refer to: http://www.wbcomtax.gov.in/Circulars/Trade_Circular_11_2011.pdf (refer to Page 2, serial number c) and the letters issued from Directorate of Commercial Taxes that assert on no need for pre-registration inspection.

Building Plan sanction also gives the permission for starting building construction. Hence checklist and procedure for building permits is the same as for building plan sanction.
For Procedure Refer to:
http://www.wbdma.gov.in/building_plan/revised_guideline_221.pdf
For Checklist refer to:
http://www.wbdma.gov.in/building_plan/checklist_to_apply_industrial_building_plan_revised.pdf

Refer to Order No. 223(130)/MA /O/C-4/1M-31/2015, point number 3, for the mandate.
Screen shot for provision of uploading is also attached.
Please refer to URL:
http://www.wbdma.gov.in/building_plan/223_130_ma_o_c-4_1m-31_2015_24062016.pdf

The reform is applicable to all Municipal Corporations, ULBs and Ind. Dev. Corporation in the State. Please check the uploaded document for details.
Note: Please note that in order to open the URL provided in the uploaded document, please copy and paste the given link in the web browser.

Please refer to : point 3 in No. 223 (130)/MA/O/C-4/1M-31/2015, where it is specified that for obtaining occupancy certificate, online submission of inspection report within 48 hours to the department is mandated.
http://www.wbdma.gov.in/building_plan/223_revised.pdf

Identification of establishments for inspection based on computerized risk assessment happens in line with the revised guidelines for low, medium and high risk industries by the Directorate of Factories. Details in uploaded file.

A computerized system for identifying establishments for inspection based on pollution levels & risk assessment has been implemented by WBPCB and screenshots of system functionality provided in uploaded file

A computerized system for identifying establishments for inspection based on pollution levels & risk assessment has been implemented by WBPCB and screenshots of system functionality provided in uploaded file

Also see webpages- http://www.wbidc.com/images/pdf/circular/Letter_No1217-SJ_Dt_27062016.pdf
http://www.wbidc.com/images/pdf/circular/Letter_No1218-SJ_Dt_27062016.pdf
http://www.wbidc.com/images/pdf/circular/Letter_No1694-J-JD-1M-01-14(Pt.)_Dt_02042016.pdf